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		| Paper: | Audience Responses to Viewing the August 21, 2017 Solar Eclipse |  
		| Volume: | 516, Celebrating the 2017 Great American Eclipse: Lessons Learned from the Path of Totality |  
		| Page: | 405 |  
		| Authors: | Noel-Storr, J. |  
		| Abstract: | The results of a survey representing the reactions and responses of 29,095 individuals across the USA who witnessed the eclipse or participated in eclipse-related events on or around August 21, 2017, are reported. The surveys collect a body of data showing the demographics of these respondents and an analysis of the responses they gave in terms of motivations for participation, learning, future plans as a result of the event, and in summarizing the overall experience. Conclusions show future efforts at similar events could be directed to broaden participation and increase engagement. |  
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